What's New

Every notable AceRound AI update is logged here, newest on top.

2026

8.9
  • FixedFixed the AI repeating the previous answer when the interviewer only nudged, made small talk, or trailed off.
  • ImprovedFor nudges and small talk, the AI now gives a single short line you can say right away.
8.8
  • NewSnapshot solving now has an "Answer language" setting, following the interview language in interviews and your interface language in written tests.
  • NewThe desktop app now shows a post-update summary and keeps "What's new" in the sidebar.
  • FixedFixed the AI going quiet mid-interview when steady background sound stopped the interviewer’s speech from being split into questions.
  • FixedFixed snapshot-solving preferences changed mid-interview not applying to the next question.
  • FixedFixed the browser jumping to the shared tab after you pick an audio source in a web interview, leaving the session page in the background.
  • FixedFixed a blank tab opening when you entered a web interview or picked an audio source.
  • FixedFixed the desktop app leaving its main window visible behind the overlay after starting an interview or written test.
  • FixedSnapshot-solving requirements now override the defaults for answer language, output format and code style.
  • ImprovedThe desktop app now shows "Interview language" next to your resume and job position instead of under "Answer strategy".
  • ImprovedFirst-time users now start with the interview language matching their interface language; a language you picked yourself still wins.
  • ImprovedThe free 5-minute trial now appears only when you are out of interview time.
  • ImprovedSnapshot solving follow-up options now match the current problem, while Explain / Alternate / Optimize stay pinned in place.
  • ImprovedChinese-language interviews now use the same low-latency speech recognition as every other language, so captions appear sooner.
  • FixedFixed English questions in phone interviews coming through as one long string with no spaces, leaving them unanswered.
8.7
  • ImprovedSnapshot solving now adds a short talk track next to the code, so you can explain the solution out loud right away.
  • FixedFixed the follow-up buttons under snapshot solving not matching the current problem.
  • FixedFixed sticky and occasionally self-firing hover buttons on the overlay.
  • NewDesktop app settings now have an "Auto-open device check page" toggle, so it no longer pops up every time.
  • ImprovedDesktop app settings show only common interface languages by default, with the rest one click away.
  • FixedA stuck snapshot answer can now be stopped or re-captured at any time, and unused interview minutes are refunded.
  • NewThe desktop app now has a "Materials" page for creating, editing and deleting resumes, positions and interview materials.
  • ImprovedThe desktop interview screen is now just for picking your setup, so saving there can no longer overwrite a position.
  • FixedFixed clearing a position's company name or job description in the desktop app not sticking.
  • FixedFixed the main window flashing to the front before minimizing when you leave an interview or exam (Windows).
  • FixedFixed interviews going silent mid-session: a dropped speech connection now reconnects automatically.
  • FixedFixed sessions getting stuck on "Connecting" after a drop; when a session truly cannot continue, we now say why.
  • FixedFixed your own answers being attached to the wrong question in the interview transcript.
8.6
  • NewSpeech recognition keywords are matched automatically once you pick a position, and you can re-match or edit them any time.
  • FixedYour "extra answer requirements" now actually take effect — asking for shorter answers really shortens them.
  • NewThe desktop app now has the "Answer style" picker, sharing the same preference as the web app.
  • FixedShort interviewer follow-ups such as "And Kafka?" are no longer swallowed or merged into the next question.
  • FixedA follow-up asked while the AI is still answering is now sent as soon as the current answer finishes.
  • ImprovedWhen the interviewer moves on, the AI stops the current answer and takes the new question right away.
  • FixedA stalled answer no longer leaves you staring at a spinner — it retries automatically, or ends the turn so you can move on.
  • ImprovedLive interview answers are dramatically faster: the first characters now appear almost as soon as the question ends, without ever jumping in early.
  • FixedIn phone interview mode, repeating the interviewer’s question yourself is no longer mistaken for a new question.
  • FixedIf you have never saved an interview language, we now pre-select the language you used in your last interview.
8.5
  • FixedNo more Chinese leaking into non-Chinese sessions, and your language choice is remembered. Russian transcription added.
  • ImprovedEnglish interviews are transcribed more accurately.
  • ImprovedLive interview answers are 1–2 seconds faster per turn.
8.3
  • NewSingle sign-on per device type: web, phone and desktop can stay online together, each keeping only your latest login.
  • FixedDesktop client 0.2.17: fixed the Windows overlay losing the foreground and system audio capture failing on some Macs.
7.31
  • FixedDesktop client 0.2.16: the overlay no longer falls behind other windows after you press "Show desktop".
  • FixedFixed interview reports occasionally failing to generate.
7.30
  • NewThe interview overlay now supports custom opacity, text outline and size, so it blends in on dual-camera setups.
  • ImprovedClick-through mode now keeps your overlay styling.
  • ImprovedThe panic hotkey moved into Settings and now applies to both interview and exam overlays.
  • ImprovedKnowledge base Q&A generation now outputs in your interface language.
7.29
  • NewNew Starter Pack (US $9.90, limit 2 per account): 60 interview minutes, 1 mock interview and 2 question-prediction runs.
  • ImprovedMonthly Pass and Season Pass are cheaper (US $49.90 → $39.90 and $99 → $69.90), with a clearer plan comparison.
  • FixedFixed desktop system audio capture occasionally failing to start.
7.27
  • NewNew "Correct & regenerate" action: fix a misheard term and have the AI answer again.
  • ImprovedThe desktop client now carries the AceRound identity end to end — app icon, installer and window title.
  • FixedDesktop client 0.2.14 / 0.2.15: the Windows overlay no longer drops behind other windows after switching away and back.
7.26
  • ImprovedDesktop hover tooltips can no longer be picked up by screen recording.
7.25
  • NewPhone interview mode distinguishes you from the interviewer on speakerphone and answers when they stop talking. English and Chinese are supported.
  • NewGuided voiceprint enrollment: about half a minute to record and verify, one-time setup.
7.24
  • ImprovedDesktop overlay style settings now include a font darkness adjustment.
7.23
  • NewDesktop client 0.2.13: process disguise upgraded to better evade proctoring software, with one-click restart to apply.
  • NewNew "Demo visible mode" toggle to temporarily make the overlay visible when showing the app to others.
  • ImprovedLive interview replies are faster.
7.21
  • NewNew Season Pass plan: 90 days of unlimited access at a quarterly price.
7.18
  • NewSign in with an email verification code — no password needed.
7.17
  • NewCard payments via Stripe are now available at checkout, with local currency support.
  • ImprovedDesktop client 0.2.12: "extra answer requirements" now sync to the cloud, and small improvements arrive without reinstalling.
  • FixedFixed the desktop client failing to log in with "Load Failed" after upgrading.
7.16
  • NewKnowledge base now supports direct file upload.
7.13
  • FixedFixed the desktop overlay showing as a black box during screen sharing on Windows.
7.5
  • ImprovedBackend releases no longer interrupt ongoing interviews.
7.4
  • ImprovedQuestion prediction now streams results as they generate, so you can start reading right away.
  • ImprovedMock interview assist mode can now use your knowledge base.
  • ImprovedInterview home offers a desktop / web dual entry, plus a written-test quota bar.
7.3
  • NewScreenshot solver can now handle verbal follow-up questions and problem variations.
6.28
  • NewLive interviews now support Korean and Vietnamese.
6.26
  • ImprovedmacOS client checks screen-recording permission on each launch and guides you to enable it.
  • FixedFixed audio not working on some Intel Macs and overlay hover misses on external displays.
6.24
  • ImprovedmacOS desktop client is now signed and notarized for a smoother, warning-free install.
6.17
  • ImprovedFewer timeouts on interview reports and other long AI requests.
6.16
  • ImprovedLive interview assistance is metered per AI reply, and any failed reply is automatically refunded.
6.15
  • NewInterview sessions now show an AI-generated title, so your history is easier to scan.
6.14
  • ImprovedSpeech recognition is faster and steadier on long interviews.
  • ImprovedMock interview redesigned with a video-call style layout, with the transcript open by default.
6.13
  • NewAceRound AI desktop client is officially available globally. Recommended for screen-shared or proctored interviews.
  • ImprovedDesktop client UI now supports Korean, Vietnamese, Turkish, Portuguese (Brazil) and Spanish (LatAm).
  • FixedBrand name displays correctly on Chinese-language systems.